American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY)

Non-profit OrganizationsFlorida, United States11-50 Employees

The American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) is a nonprofit organization focused on the needs of young people in the United States who provide significant care for family members with chronic illness, disability, mental health conditions, or aging-related frailty. Based in Boca Raton, Florida, the group operates as the sole US entity dedicated exclusively to addressing Caregiving Youth issues, offering direct services to middle and high school students in Palm Beach County and serving as a national authority on related matters. Its work encompasses identification, support, and advocacy initiatives designed to understand and respond to the diverse circumstances of caregiving youths. Founded in 1998, AACY has established a long-standing presence in the field, guided by its founder and president, who has been recognized for her contributions to caregiving research and public discourse. Recent collaborations with external partners, such as Allegiance Home Health & Rehab and Cariloop, reflect ongoing efforts to expand support networks and resources for caregiving youth.

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